Associate Professor

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Requirements

• Master's degree in Genetic Counseling required.
• Applicants must be on the LEND Grant prior start date.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for the integration of genetic counseling within the LEND training program and serves as the primary representative of the discipline within the interdisciplinary training model.
• Helps plan, organize, and coordinate training experiences for genetic counseling trainees, ensuring that discipline-specific competencies related to genetics, family history interpretation, testing pathways, and counseling for individuals with neurodevelopmental and congenital conditions are incorporated into training activities.
• Participates actively in interdisciplinary training, clinical service, and research initiatives and serves on at least one LEND standing committee.
• Functions as a liaison between LEND and the Genetic Counseling program and affiliated clinical services to promote collaboration in training, service delivery, and scholarly work.
• Supports trainees in developing and implementing their Individualized Training Plans and contributes to the selection of training materials and educational presentations.
• Provides consultation and technical assistance to Title V programs, specialty clinics, and community partners regarding genetic considerations in developmental disabilities and complex medical conditions.
• Responsibilities include assisting with the recruitment and selection of long-term genetic counseling trainees and supporting ongoing program development to strengthen interdisciplinary training in genetic counseling within LEND.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level